Shanaz Begum
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About me
Hello! My name is Shanaz, and thank you for visiting my page.
I’m warm, friendly, and I love to smile! I understand that smiling can feel tough when life feels overwhelming or uncertain. Anxiety, low moods, and stress can leave us feeling stuck, but you don’t have to face it alone. Taking the first step toward support can feel daunting, and I’m here to help you through it.
You might be experiencing:
- Constant worry, anxiety, or stress?
- Low energy, feeling down, or struggling to stay positive?
- Overwhelming thoughts that won’t quiet down?
- Self-doubt or a lack of confidence in yourself?
- Difficulties in relationships that feel too much to handle?
Finding the right therapist can make all the difference. I’m open-minded, patient, and collaborative. Together, we can work through the challenges you’re facing at a pace that feels right for you.
You are the expert of your own journey, and I’m here to support you in finding peace, confidence, and a sense of balance again.
As a counsellor & coach, I offer a safe space where you can talk openly about your worries and explore your feelings. Whether you're looking to manage anxiety, improve your mood, or better navigate relationships, I can help you develop new tools to feel more grounded and empowered.
Feedback from Clients:
People who’ve worked with me often say that I’m easy to talk to and grounded. They’ve shared how much they appreciate the support I offer in helping them make meaningful changes that feel right for them.
"I was feeling stuck in my relationship and overwhelmed by my emotions. Shanaz helped me gain clarity and figure out what I really needed to move forward." – C. Marshall
"I feel more at peace with myself and my relationships. I know how to manage my anxiety and approach life with more confidence." – T. Sinha
My Experience:
For over 10 years, I’ve supported people in various settings—education, the NHS, and charities. I’ve helped people through anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and times of crisis. My work is guided by a deep belief that everyone deserves a safe space to reflect, heal, and move forward with purpose and peace.
Taking the first step to seek support is a brave and empowering choice. I warmly invite you to reach out, and together, we can explore how I can support you in feeling better and moving forward.
How I Work:
I use the Personal Consultancy Model, blending counselling and coaching. This means you’ll not only explore your experiences but also gain tools and insights to manage anxiety, improve your mood, and create lasting change in your life.
I Specialize In:
- Managing anxiety and stress
- Navigating low moods and depression
- Building confidence and self-esteem
- Improving relationships and communication
- Supporting personal growth and well-being
What to Expect from Our Sessions:
What would you like to change about your life? I invite you to reach out to discuss how I can support you.
I offer a 15-minute initial call followed by a 30-minute free online session to see if we’re a good fit.
Our sessions will be weekly or fortnightly, giving you the consistency and support you need to move forward.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MSc Integrative Counselling and Coaching- University of East London (working towards)
- Pg Dip in Integrative Counselling and Coaching- University of East London
- BSc in Psychology- Open University
- Accredited Health and Wellbeing Coaching training
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- ASIST training for managing suicide and self-harm
- Working with Neurodiversity
- Mental Health First Aid
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£60.00 - £70.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Free initial 15-minute telephone or online session
30-minute trial counselling session offered to see if we would be a good fit.
- Individual Counselling- £60 online and £70 face to face
- Walk and Talk Therapy- £70 face to face
- Coaching: Single sessions- £70. Block of 5 sessions- £300
I offer concessionary rates for those experiencing financial hardship.
Please ask me for details.
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I can be flexible to offer sessions around your availability. I can be available most days and evenings.
